Described as punk-rap-rock and apparently inspired by porn, video games and comic books, Defamation League's debut album "The Anatomy of Grit- Hop" is worthy of a listen.

Although it represents what is being called a new genre in music, "grit hop" isn't as grungy as it sounds. Indeed from the outset you'd be forgiven for thinking you're listening to the Beastie Boys produced by Dr Dre (who incidentally gets a mention in one of the later tracks): the first few tracks really have a gansta rap feel about them, and with controversial lyrics not particularly spreading healthy wholesome messages, you'd also be mistaken that the trio are some reincarnation of NWA. The grunge factor of rock guitar kicks in on some later tracks; there's also some Street sounding softer tracks in there as well. Khemicle Ali says "there's a track for everybody, no matter what style of music you like" - I think he's right, unless perhaps you don't like hip hop that is.

So look out, perhaps beware, the trio that is defamation league: Khemicle Ali, Dune and Nick Sleazin deserve to become megastars if this album is anything to go by.